Finding a decent mobile phone deal is quite a trick, but Omio exists to help you so we put together some tips to help you through the process:

Buying Over The Internet

There are two main advantages to buying over the internet – for one, customers can expect better prices. Secondly, customers buying over the internet have a ‘cooling off period’ which you don’t get when buying face-to-face.

Best Prices

The best deals tend to be found on the internet simply because web-retailers don’t face the same overheads as a physical shop.

If you’re feeling confident and have done your homework, then you might be able to negotiate a decent deal in-store, but be warned, the experience can be quite stressful and time-consuming.

Peace Of Mind

When you buy goods over the internet / mail / telephone / catalogue or through an advert in a publication, your purchase falls under “distance selling” regulations and you have additional rights to when buying face to face. The most important of these rights is a 7-day cooling-off period.

Contract Length

Contract lengths of 24 months are increasingly common now and if you don’t mind committing to a longer contract, then you could make some significant savings.

On the other hand, you might prefer the flexibility that a shorter contract offers as it allows you to switch to new handset at a nearer date. However expect the savings to be less.

Most networks also offer rolling monthly SIM-only contracts which only require 30 days notice to cancel. These are a great alternative if you are happy you’re your current handset and are looking to shave and even larger chunk off your monthly bill.

Compare Handset Reviews

If you’re unsure which handset will suit you best, it’s a good idea to compare reviews from a variety of sources to help you build up a balanced picture of each handset. Look for a combination of professional tech reviews and user reviews.

For a more direct comparison, then check out Omio’s Comparison Tool which let’s you weigh up handsets spec-for-spec.

For more information on picking a phone see our “Choosing a Handset” section.

Cashback / Half Price Line Rental

Extra enticements of half-price line rental or cashback can be very attractive, but do make sure you are fully aware of the conditions.

For instance, “By Redemption” means that you will have to return a form, sometimes within an allotted time period, in order to obtain the extra benefits. However, retailers rely on the fact that most people are too lazy of forgetful to stick to the conditions of such offers. So, the golden rule is to stay smart and stick to the conditions if you want to save some serious £££!